Teacher - Special Education (Structured Learning) at MIS (2023-2024)

Maize USD 266 • www.usd266.com

Join Maize Intermediate School as a Structured Learning teacher.  The Structured Learning Classroom (SLC) is for students who need intensive supports with predictable, consistent routines and structure throughout the school day to engage in learning activities in the following areas: communication, social skills, academic tasks, and behavior management. 

 

Special Education teachers in Kansas are required to have a special education endorsement.  If you are not already endorsed, you may qualify to work on a waiver while pursuing your endorsement.  The district provides tuition reimbursement options to assist teachers in obtaining their endorsement.  

 

Purpose Statement

The teacher supports the instructional process with specific responsibility for facilitating learning for special education students; instructing, assessing, and program planning for students with a primary disability of autism, moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, serious emotional and behavioral disorders, and multiple disabilities; monitoring and evaluating student progress and behavior; researching, obtaining, and providing instructional materials for special education services; serving as a resource for students, parents, and District personnel; working within a pull- out environment or within a self-contained classroom.

 

Support for Teachers

Maize offers all teachers new to the district a professional mentor to help them through the first two years.  Our special education teachers are also assisted by a team of coaches dedicated to ensuring the teacher's success.  We also allow our IEP case managers time away from the classroom to work on IEPs and the documentation that comes with the job.  

 

Essential Functions

  1. Administers a variety of evaluative tools (e.g. developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc.) to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
  2. Administers first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g. tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) to ensure appropriate care for children.
  3. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and goals (e.g. behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
  4. Collaborates with parents, instructional staff, other school personnel (e.g. OT, PT, Social Worker, Vocational Needs Coordinator, etc.) to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve student educational plan objectives.
  5. Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and subject specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
  6. Differentiates instruction (e.g. online curriculum, alternative curriculum, multimedia, assistive technology, modified content, multi-sensory, etc.) supporting different instructional avenues that address individualized learning within established curriculum guidelines.
  7. Informs parents and legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations, student's achievements, develop methods for improvement, and reinforce classroom goals with family partners.  
  8. Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
  9. Maintains documents, files, and records (e.g. grades, IEPs, etc.); providing up-to-date information and historical references in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
  10. Manages student behavior supporting a safe and optimal learning environment.
  11. Monitors students' behavior and/or activities in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environment.
  12. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEP meetings, staff meetings, parent teacher conferences, etc.) to convey and gather information required to perform functions.
  13. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, IEPs, progress reports, exit plans, data sheets, lesson plans, evaluations, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
  14. Reports incidents and appropriate documentation (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, bullying, emergency safety intervention, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the education code of ethics and school policies as a mandated reporter.
  15. Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) to resolve issues, provide information, and direction.
  16. Supervises paraeducators (e.g. training, scheduling, supporting, etc.) to monitor performance and ensure standards are achieved.
  17. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Minimum Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Knowledge of and ability to apply assessment instruments
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment and software applications
  • Ability to perform algebra and/or geometry
  • Ability to organize work, set priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions
  • Knowledge of appropriate codes, policies, regulations and laws
  • Knowledge of age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; methods of instruction and training; basic disabilities; and behavioral management strategies
  • Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data
  • Ability to communicate with tact and patience
  • Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals 
  • Ability to solve problems and analyze issues and create action plans
  • Ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships
  • Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and to remain flexible and creative
  • Ability to work under limited supervision

Education, Certification

 

Valid Kansas Teaching License

Low Incidence Endorsement

  

Physical Demands, Working Environment

This position generally requires the following physical demands: frequent lifting and carrying up to seventy-five (75) pounds, some pushing, and/or pulling, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 60% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in some varying atmospheric conditions.

 

Attendance

All employees are expected to maintain satisfactory attendance and report to work on time every day.  Frequent unscheduled absences, including late arrivals and early departures, are grounds for discipline, up to and including discharge.

 

Reports To: Building Principal

 

Clearances:

Cleared Background Check

Current TB Test

Drug Screen

 

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Terms of Employment: Per Negotiated Agreement

 

Benefits Information

$50,000 Life Insurance Policy. For Health Insurance, if choose the District Health Insurance the District pays $380.00 per month towards the Health Insurance Premium for single coverage. $470.00 per month towards the Health Insurance Premium for single + spouse or child coverage. $570.00 per month towards the Health Insurance Premium for single + family coverage

Salary Information

Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience

Employer Information

 

The Maize School District is located primarily in the rapidly growing areas of the city of Maize and northwest Wichita, Kansas. Noted for its innovation, the Maize school district also provides a personal and caring atmosphere for award-winning students and employees. The school system, which houses about 8,000 students in fourteen buildings, is a premiere public school district in Kansas.  

Since 2015, the district has built and opened its Maize Performing Arts & Aquatics Center, Maize Intermediate School, Maize South Intermediate School, and Maize Early Childhood Center. In 2023, it launched its Lead Forward strategic plan, with goals to nurture a cohesive culture, attract expert educators, elevate student learning, and build for the future. The district also has expanded its Department of Health, Safety, and Prevention and its school resource officer program. 

Maize USD 266  is known for outstanding academic, fine arts, and athletic programs. The district is dedicated to the development of each child and to our mission to Connect, Learn, and Lead. This commitment is on display daily as employees work to grow and develop individuals of outstanding character who also possess the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world. 

The district offers a base salary of $46,050 or based on experience/credentials and contributes $380 per month toward district provided health insurance.

Details regarding health benefits can be found at:

https://online.flippingbook.com/view/834292945/2/

 

Maize has a lot to offer teachers! All new teachers are matched with a qualified mentor, and both the mentor and mentee are supported by our team of Student Support Specialists and Instructional Coaches. New teachers also participate in eight half-day professional development opportunities throughout the school year.

Our teachers are encouraged to continue to learn and grow.  We offer a professional learning series that qualifies for college credits. Tuition reimbursement is also a great perk!


 

 

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Job Contact Address

905 W Academy Ave
Maize, KS 67101

Job Start Date

August-1-2023

Applications Due By

June-15-2023

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